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• 1. Approve Minutes of March 1, 2019 Board Meeting

  Denise Garzaro

  (909) 396-2500
  

• 2. Set Public Hearings May 3, 2019 to:

  Wayne Nastri

  (909) 396-3131
  
  Nastri (909) 396-3131
  
  A. Determine that Proposed Amendments to Regulation III – Fees and Rule 209 – Transfer and Voiding of Permits Are Exempt from CEQA; Amend Regulation III; Amend Rule 209; and Adopt Executive Officer’s FY 2019-20 Proposed Goals and Priority Objectives, and Proposed Budget
  
  The Executive Officer's Proposed Goals and Priority Objectives, and Proposed Budget for FY 2019-20 have been developed and are recommended for adoption. The Proposed Budget includes implementation of the phased fee increase adopted by the Board on June 2, 2017 to continue cost recovery efforts. In addition, staff is proposing amendments to Regulation III – Fees and Rule 209 – Transfer and Voiding of Permits. The amendments include:  1) pursuant to Rule 320, an increase of most fees by 3.5% consistent with the Consumer Price Index; 2) new or increased fees including toxics fees which are necessary to provide more specific cost recovery for agency activities by the agency; and 3) administrative changes that include clarification, deletions, or corrections of existing rule language, which have no fee impact; and 4) a clarification on how permit transfers are considered when there is a change of owner/operator. The fee increases were presented at a public consultation meeting on March 22, 2019; and the fee increases and proposed budget will be presented at a Budget Study Session, Budget Advisory Committee meeting, and a public consultation meeting in April with recommendations and comments provided to the Board. This action is to: 1) Determine that the proposed amendments to Regulation III - Fees and Rule 209 – Transfer and Voiding of Permits are exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act; 2) Adopt the Executive Officer’s Proposed Goals and Priority Objectives, and Proposed Budget for FY 2019-20; 3) Amend Regulation III; and 4) Amend Rule 209. (Review: Special Board Meeting/Budget Study Session, April 12, 2019)
  
  
  
  Rees (909) 396-2856
  
  B. Certify Revised Final Environmental Assessment, Amend Rule 1106 – Marine Coating Operations, as set forth in Proposed Amended Rule 1106 - Marine and Pleasure Craft Coatings, and Rescission of Rule 1106.1 - Pleasure Craft Coating Operations
  
  The proposed amendments would revise VOC content limits for marine and pleasure craft coatings to align limits with U.S. EPA Control Techniques Guidelines and other air districts, add new categories for coatings and sealants, and require the most restrictive VOC content limit for products that may be marketed for both marine and pleasure craft coatings use. The proposed amendments would also prohibit possession and sale of non-compliant coatings and establish requirements for transfer efficiency. Finally, the proposed amendments would move the requirements of Rule 1106.1 to Rule 1106 so that there would be a single rule covering both marine and pleasure craft coatings. This action is to adopt the Resolution: 1) Certifying the Revised Final Environmental Assessment for Proposed Amended Rule 1106 – Marine and Pleasure Craft Coatings and rescission of Rule 1106.1 – Pleasure Craft Coating Operations; 2) Amending Rule 1106 – Marine Coating Operations; and 3) Rescinding Rule 1106.1 – Pleasure Craft Coating Operations. (Reviewed: Stationary Source Committee, March 15, 2019)

• Budget/Fiscal Impact

  3. Execute Contracts to Conduct Natural Gas Engine and Vehicle Research Projects

  Matt Miyasato

  (909) 396-3249
  The DOE, National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL), CEC and SCAQMD partnered to launch a research effort to increase efficiency of natural gas engines for medium- and heavy-duty engines and vehicles. In September 2018, NREL issued an RFP to solicit proposals to conduct natural gas engine and vehicle research projects to achieve these goals. Staff identified four proposals that align well with AQMP priorities to reduce NOx and PM emissions from transportation sources. This action is to execute contracts in an amount not to exceed $1,700,000 from the Clean Fuels Program Fund (31) to cost-share these four projects. (Reviewed: Technology Committee, March 15, 2019; Recommended for Approval)

• 4. Issue RFP to Establish Endowment to Support Graduate Student Scholarship Fund

  Matt Miyasato

  (909) 396-3249
  Staff seeks to issue an RFP to solicit bids to support university graduate student scholarships that will, in part, train students entering the workforce, along with guidance from SCAQMD, on the emerging issues and latest research related to air quality and climate change. Relevant areas of study will include, but are not limited to: emissions and air quality impacts, health impacts of air pollution, climate change impacts, sustainable transportation and energy, and improving policy to achieve clean air standards and stabilize GHG emissions. This action is to issue an RFP to solicit bids to establish a university graduate scholarship endowment on air quality and climate change research.  (Reviewed: Technology Committee, March 15, 2019; Recommended for Approval)

• 5. Transfer and Appropriate Funds, Issue Solicitations, and Execute Purchase Orders and Contracts for AB 617 Implementation

  Jason Low

  (909) 396-2269
  In January and June 2018, the Board recognized revenue from CARB for AB 617 expenditures. Based on an assessment of the AB 617 program including input from multiple community steering group meetings, there is a need to reallocate funds and realign expenditures between Offices and Major Objects. These actions are to transfer and appropriate funds, issue solicitations, and execute contracts and purchase orders for equipment and services to implement the AB 617 program in the three Year 1 communities. (Reviewed: Administrative Committee, March 8, 2019; Recommended for Approval)

• 6. Execute Contract for Consultant Services for SCAQMD’s High School Air Quality Educational Program

  Derrick Alatorre

  (909) 396-3122
  At the February 1, 2019 meeting, the Board approved the release of an RFP to solicit proposals from individuals and organizations to provide assistance with SCAQMD’s High School Air Quality Educational Program. Four proposals were submitted to the Administrative Committee for consideration at its March 8, 2019 meeting. After the Committee interviewed representatives of each of the firms, Lee Andrews Group was selected for recommendation to the full Board. This action is to execute a contract with Lee Andrews Group for an amount not to exceed $500,000 for a one-year contract with an option for up to two one-year term renewals, upon satisfactory performance, at the Board’s discretion. Funding for the initial year will be from the BP Arco Settlement Project Fund (46).  Funding for the two optional years will be subject to future Board approval.  (Reviewed: Administrative Committee, March 8, 2019; Recommended for Approval)

• 7. Remove Various Fixed Assets from SCAQMD Inventory

  Sujata Jain

  (909) 396-2804
  SCAQMD Administrative Policies and Procedures No. 20 requires each organizational unit to review fixed assets for obsolescence and disposal every six months. This action is to approve removal of surplus equipment determined to be obsolete, non-operational and not worth repairing. (Reviewed: Administrative Committee, March 8, 2019; Recommended for Approval)

• 8. Approve Contract Award and Modification and Issue Solicitation Approved by MSRC

  
  Winterbottom
  
  As part of their FYs 2018-21 Work Program, the MSRC approved a new contract to provide special transit service to Dodger Stadium in 2019. The MSRC also approved a modification to a contract under the County Transportation Commission Partnership Program as part of their FYs 2016-18 Work Program. Finally, the MSRC approved the release of a Program Announcement for a Major Event Center Transportation Program as part of their FYs 2018-21 Work Program. At this time the MSRC seeks Board approval of the contract award and modification, and to release the solicitation. (Reviewed: Mobile Source Air Pollution Reduction Review Committee, March 21, 2019; Recommended for Approval)

• Items 9 through 15 - Information Only/Receive and File

  9. Legislative, Public Affairs, and Media Report

  Derrick Alatorre

  (909) 396-3122
  This Report highlights the February 2019 outreach activities of the Legislative, Public Affairs and Media Office, which includes: Major Events, Community Events/Public Meetings, Environmental Justice Update, Speakers Bureau/Visitor Services, Communications Center, Public Information Center, Business Assistance, Media Relations and Outreach to Business and Federal, State, and Local Government. (No Committee Review)

• 10. Hearing Board Report

  Julie Prussack

  (909) 396-2822
  This reports the actions taken by the Hearing Board during the period of February 1 through February 28, 2019.  (No Committee Review)

• 11. Civil Filings and Civil Penalties Report

  Bayron Gilchrist

  (909) 396-3459
  This reports the monthly penalties from February 1 through February 28, 2019, and legal actions filed by the General Counsel's Office from February 1 through February 28, 2019.  An Index of District Rules is attached with the penalty report. (Reviewed: Stationary Source Committee, March 15, 2019) 

• 12. Lead Agency Projects and Environmental Documents Received by SCAQMD

  Susan Nakamura

  (909) 396-3105
  This report provides, for the Board's consideration, a listing of CEQA documents received by the SCAQMD between February 1, 2019 and February 28, 2019, and those projects for which the SCAQMD is acting as lead agency pursuant to CEQA. (Reviewed: Mobile Source Committee, March 15, 2019)

• 13. Report of RFPs Scheduled for Release in April

  Sujata Jain

  (909) 396-2804
  This report summarizes the RFPs for budgeted services over $75,000 scheduled to be released for advertisement for the month of April. (Reviewed: Administrative Committee, March 8, 2019)

• 14. Rule and Control Measure Forecast

  Philip Fine

  (909) 396-2239
  This report highlights SCAQMD rulemaking activities and public hearings scheduled for 2019. (No Committee Review)

• 15. Status Report on Major Ongoing and Upcoming Projects for Information Management

  Ron Moskowitz

  (909) 396-3329
  Information Management is responsible for data systems management services in support of all SCAQMD operations. This action is to provide the monthly status report on major automation contracts and planned projects. (Reviewed: Administrative Committee, March 8, 2019)

• 16. Items Deferred from Consent Calendar

  
  

• BOARD CALENDAR

  17. Administrative Committee

  Wayne Nastri

  (909) 396-3131
  Chair: Burke
  (Receive & File)

• 18. Legislative Committee

  Derrick Alatorre

  (909) 396-3122
  Chair: Mitchell
  Receive and File; and take the following actions as recommended:
  
  

  Agenda Item - March 8, 2019	Recommendation
  ISB 210 (Leyva) Heavy-Duty Vehicle Inspections and Maintenance Program	Support
  AB 210 (Voepel) Smog Check: Exemption	Oppose
  AB 285 (Friedman) California Transportation Plan	Work with Author

  
  
  
  

  Agenda Item - February 8, 2019	Recommendation
  SB 1 (Atkins) California Environmental, Public Health, and Workers Defense Act of 2019	Support
  AB 142 (C. Garcia) Lead-acid Batteries	Support

  
  

• 19. Mobile Source Committee

  Philip Fine

  (909) 396-2239
  Chair: Parker
  (Receive & File)

• 20. Stationary Source Committee

  Laki Tisopulos

  (909) 396-3123
  Chair: Benoit
  (Receive & File)

• 21. Technology Committee

  Matt Miyasato

  (909) 396-3249
  Chair: Buscaino
  (Receive & File)

• 22. Mobile Source Air Pollution Reduction Review Committee

  Naveen Berry

  (909) 396-2363
  Board Liaison: Benoit
  (Receive & File)

• 23. California Air Resources Board Monthly Report

  Denise Garzaro

  (909) 396-2500
  Board Rep: Mitchell
  (Receive & File)

• PUBLIC HEARING

  24. Certify Final Subsequent Environmental Assessment and Amend Rule 1134 – Emissions of Oxides of Nitrogen from Stationary Gas Turbines

  Susan Nakamura

  (909) 396-3105
  The adoption Resolution of the Final 2016 AQMP directed staff to achieve additional NOx emission reductions and to transition the RECLAIM program to a command-and-control regulatory structure as soon as practicable. Proposed Amended Rule 1134 applies to RECLAIM and non-RECLAIM stationary gas turbines and is being amended to update NOx emission limits to reflect current BARCT, establish ammonia emission limits, and provide implementation timeframes to facilitate the transition of the NOx RECLAIM program to a command-and-control regulatory structure. The proposed amended rule also establishes provisions for monitoring, reporting, and recordkeeping. Other provisions are incorporated to remove obsolete provisions and provide clarifications. This action is to adopt the Resolution: 1) Certifying the Final Subsequent Environmental Assessment for Proposed Amended Rule 1134 – Emissions of Oxides of Nitrogen from Stationary Gas Turbines, and 2) Amending Rule 1134 – Emissions of Oxides of Nitrogen from Stationary Gas Turbines. (Reviewed: Stationary Source Committee, February 15, 2019)
  
  

  CONFLICT OF INTEREST DISCLOSURES – (No Written Material)

  Under the approval authority of the Executive Officer, the District will enter into a contract with the Century Villages at Cabrillo (Contract No. C19319).  Dr. William A. Burke’s spouse is a member of the Board of Directors for the Century Villages at Cabrillo. However, officers and employees of nonprofit entities qualify for a remote interest exception to Section 1090 of the California Government Code.  Dr. Burke abstained from any participation in the making of the contract.
  
  Under the approval authority of the Executive Officer, the District will enter into a license agreement with Southern California Edison (Contract No. C134652). Southern California Edison is a potential source of income for Governing Board Member Joseph Lyou, which qualifies for the remote interest exception of Section 1090 of the California Government Code. Dr. Lyou abstained from any participation in the making of the license agreement.